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Is your organization prepared to meet ESG-related regulatory, reporting and financial demands?
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) involves setting, managing and reporting on an organization’s governance mechanisms, environmental and social impacts and related policies.
Given how quickly ESG is growing in the public and private space, organizations must prioritize building the appropriate ESG-focused infrastructure, capabilities and controls as part of their core corporate strategy.
With our industry experience and extensive knowledge of the ESG risk advisory landscape, our team can develop the appropriate strategies, frameworks, governance, policies and reporting tools to meet the complex requirements of today and tomorrow.
ESG Strategy and Program Development
Our ESG Strategy and Program Development solutions help organizations assess ESG readiness, develop the appropriate ESG framework and strategy, operationalize processes and controls, meet reporting requirements and establish program governance for long-term success. Key solutions include:
Our team takes a pragmatic approach to ESG strategy and program development that follows four primary phases. This allows us to develop the appropriate strategy, reporting and governance structure unique to our clients’ goals, stakeholders and industry.
Additional ESG Solutions
In addition to ESG Strategy and Program Development, our cross-functional team can help companies meet the regulatory, audit and tax challenges associated with ESG.
ESG Assurance
With our skilled bench of audit professionals, Schneider Downs is uniquely positioned to provide independent assurance services for organizations with ESG disclosures related to financials and other key metrics. Our team provides audit, review and compilation services for ESG reporting based on the level of assurance required.
ESG California Climate Disclosure Laws
Our ESG Consulting team can help organizations impacted by the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (CA SB 253) and Greenhouse Gases: Climate-Related Financial Risk (CA SB 261) laws.
ESG Governance, Risk and Compliance
Our ESG and risk professionals work together to help clients understand and mitigate the complex risks associated with ESG, including operational, compliance and reputational concerns. Key services include:
ESG Tax Advisory
Our experienced tax professionals work with our ESG team to help clients understand the impact of ESG on tax strategy, preparation and planning. Key services focus on ESG tax requirements, incentives and reporting, including:
The SEC released a proposed timeline for phase-in periods and accommodations for the proposed disclosures outlined below.
ESG Resources
ESG California Climate Disclosure Laws Resources
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Our team of experienced risk advisory professionals focus on collaborating with your organization to identify and effectively mitigate risks. Our goal is to understand not only the risks related to potential loss to the organization, but to drive solutions that add value to your organization and advise on opportunities to ensure minimal disruption to your business.
Explore our full Risk Advisory Service offerings at Risk Advisory Service Page or contact the team at [email protected].
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